Emergency Education & Support

No matter what your emergency is, we have you covered 24/7 at our convenient locations. When you're in a life-threatening situation, you can count on us. Or if you have a loved one who needs emergency help, they can count on our experts to be there day or night. You and your family are our number one concern!

Level I Difference

Bronson Methodist Hospital is the first and only Level I Trauma Center in southwest Michigan – the highest level a trauma center can receive. That means you can expect the highest level of care 24/7 during any life-threatening injury or illness. Learn more.

Trauma Injury Prevention and Community Outreach

There are things you can do to reduce your injury risk. We’re here to help guide you. As a Level I Trauma Center, we teach injury prevention to the community. We provide many tips, presentations and programs for you, your school, your church and more.

Community Outreach

• CarFit – This free, interactive and educational program for mature drivers will teach participants how to make their personal vehicle "fit" them to increase safety and mobility when they hit the road.
• Distracted Driving – This program is available as a presentation to classrooms, student leadership organizations, college students, civic groups or other community organizations.
• Helmet Fittings – Bronson Trauma Services, Bronson Children's Hospital and Safe Kids Kalamazoo County, provide helmets and fittings for children and adults. The use of protective equipment has been associated with a 43 percent decrease in the rate of head, neck and face injuries.
• ThinkFirst for Teens – This presentation is for classrooms, student leadership organizations, civic groups or other community organizations.
• Underage Drinking – This program is available as a presentation to classrooms, student leadership organizations, college students, civic groups or other community groups and is free of charge.

Injury Prevention Education

• Bonfire Safety – A bonfire can keep you warm in winter or provide a fun gathering place on summer nights. As with any fire, caution should be used to avoid burn injuries.
• Falls Prevention – Here are some helpful tips on how you can lower your risk of being injured in fall.
• Firework Safety – Fireworks can be a lot of fun, but they can also be dangerous if not used correctly.
• Frostbite – Before braving the cold, make sure you know how to stay safe in frigid temperatures.
• Safe Swimming – Whether you’re going to the beach or heading to the pool, it’s important that you know how to stay safe when swimming. Learn about common swimming injuries and how to avoid them from Dr. Oreste Romeo, trauma surgeon at Bronson Methodist Hospital.